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Folgers Instant Coffee Crystals, Classic Roast
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Folgers Instant Coffee Crystals, Classic Roast

Folgers
0.49 oz
Available at Foodtown
0
Calories
0g
Protein
0mg
Sodium
2
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Folgers Instant Coffee Crystals, Classic Roast, is the pocket-size answer to an everyday American coffee ritual. You’ll typically find it in the grocery coffee aisle — shelved beside ground and whole-bean Folgers, single-serve pods, instant cappuccino mixes, and nearby powdered creamers and sugar. Packaged as foil single-serve packets holding fine brown crystals, it’s designed for convenience: tear, pour into hot water, stir, and you have a reproducible cup in seconds. It fits into quick shopping trips for commuters, road trips, camping, office breaks, and emergency or storm-prep kits when brewing equipment isn’t available. Folgers positions this product as classic, reliable, and broadly accessible — a heritage American brand evoking mid-century kitchen counters and working-morning routines; marketing leans toward pragmatic, value-conscious adults who want familiar flavor without fuss. The label emphasizes “Classic Roast” and “full-bodied flavor,” but there are no kid-focused graphics, no organic or specialty certifications, and no overt health-halo claims like “all-natural” beyond the single-ingredient listing. In plain processing terms, the product is made by industrially drying brewed coffee into soluble crystals, so it’s more processed than a freshly roasted bean but contains no additives on the ingredient list. Sensory cues: the crystals are granular and dry; they dissolve into a hot, aromatic cup with a straightforward roasted aroma and a slightly lighter mouthfeel compared with fresh-brewed drip coffee. The ritual context is portable and functional — a travel staple, desk lifesaver, or last-minute hospitality gesture when an instant cup is all that’s needed.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 serving
Servings per Container: 1
Calories0
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
Protein0g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Instant, Coffee..

Dietary Labels

This product is vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

Made from a single ingredient (instant coffee) but produced by industrial dehydration of brewed coffee, it is a processed food rather than an ultra-processed formulation with multiple additives.

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Common Questions about Folgers Instant Coffee Crystals, Classic Roast

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective, right? If you're looking for a quick caffeine fix without added sugars or artificial ingredients, these coffee crystals fit the bill. Just remember, how 'healthy' it is for you can depend on your overall diet and lifestyle.

Perfect For

road-trip
storm-prep
back-to-school

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